Costa Rica Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

Philippinespassport Costa Ricadestination

Multiple entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Multiple entry for Costa Rica. Fee: USD 30 (~USD 30). Processing: 4-8 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Filipinos require visa. Apply via Costa Rican Consulate via Mexico (no Manila mission). Tourist visa: USD 30 (~PHP 1,830). Visa-FREE for Filipinos with valid US/Canada/Schengen multi-entry visa (90 days).

Visa types: Consular Tourist Visa (Group 3); Business Visa; Work Visa; Student; Family; Transit; Diplomatic. Visa-free for valid US/CA/Schengen multi-entry visa holders (90 days). Popular eco-tourism destination.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 30 (Consular Tourist)

In USDUSD 30

In PHPPHP 1,830

Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 90 days (extendable to 6 months).

Extension possibleYes

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority

How to apply

MethodEmbassy via Mexico mission / Visa-free with US-EU visa

Application centreEmbassy

Processing time4-8 weeks

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (3 months, USD 100/day)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes

Sponsor Doc Conditional

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever if from endemic area

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics Conditional

Police Clearance Yes Yes (long-stay)

Employment Letter Recommended

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months

Photo size35 × 45 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Application form (Spanish); 2 photos; Return ticket; Hotel booking covering whole stay; Bank statement (3 months, USD 100/day); Travel insurance; Employment letter; Police clearance (NBI); PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; For visa-free route: copy of valid US/CA/Schengen multi-entry visa already used at least once.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Multiple USD 30 (~USD 30) 4-8 weeks

Common rejection reasons

Common PH rejections: (1) US/CA/Schengen visa visa-free route STRONGLY preferred; (2) Limited consular services via Mexico; (3) Spanish-language documentation; (4) Inadequate purpose justification; (5) Past US visa refusals; (6) Migration concerns (Central America to US corridor).

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Costa Rica — accredited via Tokyo or Beijing

Phonevia Tokyo: +81 3 5474 8855

Emailvia Tokyo: embcostarica.tokyo@rree.go.cr

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Costa Rica visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Costa Rica with a Philippines passport?

Yes — Philippines passport holders need a visa for Costa Rica (Multiple entry). Apply via Embassy via Mexico mission / Visa-free with US-EU visa.

How much does a Costa Rica visa cost for Philippines passport holders?

The Costa Rica visa fee is USD 30 (about PHP 1,830). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Costa Rica visa?

Typical processing for a Costa Rica visa is 4-8 weeks. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Costa Rica on this visa?

A Costa Rica visa for Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 90 days (extendable to 6 months).. Extensions may be possible (Yes).

How do I apply for a Costa Rica visa from Philippines?

Apply for your Costa Rica visa via Embassy via Mexico mission / Visa-free with US-EU visa. An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 6+ months.